Otto Pfister, February 1, 1929 - January 20, 2011
We are saddened to announce the passing of Otto Pfister on January 20, 2011. Obituary and service announcement to follow in Wednesday’s Peak. Stubberfield Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.
Wally Benner, August 21, 1930 - January 18, 2011
With a tear in our eyes and peace in our hearts we lay to rest Wally Benner. Following a long struggle with Alzheimer’s, Wally passed peacefully on January 18 at 9 am with family surrounding him. Wally will be remembered for his sweet smile and wonderful personality. He is survived by his wife Marja and twin sister Katherine Burton along with daughters Laurie (Frank), Carlene (Greg), Karen, and Shelly (Scott); grandchildren Damian, Fred, Dwayne, Aaron, Alisha, Zoe, Marina, and Cassandra, and great-grandchildren Brandon, Jada, Russell, Cody, Damien and Lacey. Wally was predeceased by his daughter Linda and grandson Ben Machin, brother Bob Benner, and brother-in-law Ed Burton.
We invite those who would like to join us, to a celebration of life on Saturday, January 29, at 2 pm at the Carlson Community Club (or as Wally and others over 70 know it as “the Moose”).
Special thank you to Dr. Naude and the staff of Olive Devaud Residence and Evergreen Extended Care Unit.
William (Bill) Albert Boxall, June 28, 1933 – January 13, 2011
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bill. He is survived by his loving wife Judy, son Trevor (Sue) of Sechelt, BC, brother Don (Rosemarie) Boxall of Phoenix, Arizona, stepdaughter Rosalie (Geoff) Pedneault of Texada Island, BC, grandchildren Derek and Kristine Boxall and Nathan Pedneault, nephew Roger Stuart of Armstrong, BC and nieces Dawna Stuart of Alberta and Trish (Joe) Kalisak of Phoenix, Arizona, mother-in-law Vi Liebich of Powell River, daughter-in-law Karen Boxall (Barry) of Sechelt, sister-in-law Wendy (Joe) Staniforth of Texada Island, brother-in-law David (Debbie) Liebich of Courtney, BC and brother-in-law Jim Stuart of Armstrong, BC. Bill is predeceased by his parents William and Edith Boxall, brother Jim Boxall, sister Cathy Stuart and son Martin Boxall.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Powell River SPCA Building Fund, Box 394, Powell River, BC, V8A 5C2.
Wilford (Bill) J. Marriette, September 19, 1913 - December 30, 2010
Bill Marriette passed away peacefully on December 30, 2010. He will be missed by June, his loving wife of 70 years, his three children Ken, Trisha and Janice and their spouses, six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Bill was a loving family man, respected businessman, mentor, sports enthusiast and community volunteer. He shared his love of music and life with his family and friends. A private family celebration of his life was held.
He lives in our hearts forever.
David Gordon Adams, February 15, 1961 - January 8, 2011
It is with sadness and heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of David on January 8 in Masset, BC (Haida Gwaii).
David was predeceased by his mother Beverly Ann in 2005. He is survived by his spouse Denise, stepson Jason, granddaughter Sydnee, his fathers Ray and John, siblings Destry, Lisa, Mona, Julie, Sean, Ian and their families as well as a large extended family and many friends.
David was born and raised in Powell River. He joined the military in 1983 where he became a telecommunications lineman, a true fit for Dave. He served with the United Nations in the Golan Heights in 1987 and Cypress in 1989. He was proud to wear his seven medals and his blue peacekeeping beret. Stationed in Germany in 1990, he was sent to Bosnia for the first rotation when war broke out there in 1992.
David was posted to Masset which was a long-awaited dream. This is where he and Denise retired after 24 years in the military. David spent the last few years between Masset and Texada Island. His sense of humour, helping hands, art, music, beach walks and friendship quickly made him friend and family in Haida Gwaii. David went for his final beach walk on January 8, 2011.
A celebration of David’s life will be held on Saturday, January 22, at 2 pm at the Carlson Community Club in Powell River.
~ Walk with me ~